Delicious Dates Kheer: Perfect Festive Dessert
News Desk
Islamabad: Dates Kheer is a delicious and nutritious dessert made with creamy milk, tender dates, and aromatic rice, offering a naturally sweet flavor. This indulgent treat is perfect for special occasions or any time you desire a wholesome dessert.
Ingredients for Dates Puree:
- 1 cup seedless dates (soaked)
Ingredients for Dates Kheer:
- 1 cup soaked rice
- 1 ½ liters of milk
- ½ tsp cardamom powder
- Dates puree (from above)
- 1 cup sugar
- Chopped pistachios and almonds (as needed)
- Julienne dates (for garnish)
Directions:
- In a blender, combine the soaked dates with the water used for soaking and blend until smooth. Set aside.
- Gently break the soaked rice into smaller grains with your hands.
- In a pot, heat milk and add the rice and cardamom powder. Cook for 15-20 minutes.
- Add the dates puree and sugar, continuing to cook for another 10-15 minutes or until the kheer thickens to your desired consistency.
- Once done, garnish the kheer with chopped pistachios, almonds, and julienne dates.
Serve and enjoy this naturally sweetened treat, ideal for festive occasions.
